IMD says rainfall in Aug-Sept this year expected to be more than 106% of the long period average
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Economic Times
2 hours ago
- Economic Times
Bengaluru weather: IMD issues yellow alert for rainfall, says monsoon has returned after brief dry spell
Synopsis Bengaluru is expected to have moderate rainfall with cloudy skies, with temperatures ranging from 21 to 26 degrees Celsius. The Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre forecasts scattered moderate rains with strong winds across the state, with heavy to very heavy rains in isolated places on August 6 & 7. PTI Bengaluru rains Bengaluru is likely to experience moderate rainfall on Tuesday, according to India Meteorological Department(IMD) the skies are expected to remain cloudy throughout the day. The minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to range from 21 degrees Celsius and 26 degrees Celsius, respectively. The weather department said that cloudy skies with rain throughout the day will keep the weather pleasant. Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC) posted a forecast for the next seven days for the state. "Scattered moderate rains with strong winds across the state in coastal and Malnad districts and heavy to very heavy rains at isolated places on August 6 & 7. Scattered light to moderate rains in interior districts till August 8." — KarnatakaSNDMC (@KarnatakaSNDMC) According to the IMD, rainfall is likely to be accompanied by strong winds, thunderstorms, and lightning. Light to moderate rainfall is predicted in isolated areas of North Interior Karnataka, coastal regions, and South Interior Karnataka. The weather department issued a yellow alert for several regions in the state, including Bengaluru. — KarnatakaSNDMC (@KarnatakaSNDMC) After a spell of dry weather, Bengaluru experienced resurgence of monsoon with heavy rainfall in several areas, especially in the East Zone and Yelahanka area on Monday. The brief, yet heavy spell of rainfall led to waterlogging on major roads such as Kamaraj Road, as well as in low-lying areas of KR Puram and along the Kasturi Nagar down-ramp. However, the situation did not escalate and cause major traffic snarls. According to the IMD's Bengaluru city observatory, 1.9 mm of rainfall was recorded between 8.30 am and 8.30 pm. Both the HAL airport observatory and the Bengaluru Urban automatic weather station logged 2 mm during the same period.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Bengaluru weather: IMD issues yellow alert for rainfall, says monsoon has returned after brief dry spell
Bengaluru is likely to experience moderate rainfall on Tuesday, according to India Meteorological Department(IMD) the skies are expected to remain cloudy throughout the day. The minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to range from 21 degrees Celsius and 26 degrees Celsius, respectively. The weather department said that cloudy skies with rain throughout the day will keep the weather pleasant. Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC) posted a forecast for the next seven days for the state. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You Might Want To Buy Baking Soda In Bulk After Reading This Read More Undo "Scattered moderate rains with strong winds across the state in coastal and Malnad districts and heavy to very heavy rains at isolated places on August 6 & 7. Scattered light to moderate rains in interior districts till August 8." — KarnatakaSNDMC (@KarnatakaSNDMC) Yellow alert in Karnataka According to the IMD, rainfall is likely to be accompanied by strong winds, thunderstorms, and lightning. Light to moderate rainfall is predicted in isolated areas of North Interior Karnataka, coastal regions, and South Interior Karnataka. The weather department issued a yellow alert for several regions in the state, including Bengaluru. Live Events — KarnatakaSNDMC (@KarnatakaSNDMC) Heavy rainfall in Bengaluru After a spell of dry weather, Bengaluru experienced resurgence of monsoon with heavy rainfall in several areas, especially in the East Zone and Yelahanka area on Monday. The brief, yet heavy spell of rainfall led to waterlogging on major roads such as Kamaraj Road, as well as in low-lying areas of KR Puram and along the Kasturi Nagar down-ramp. However, the situation did not escalate and cause major traffic snarls. According to the IMD's Bengaluru city observatory, 1.9 mm of rainfall was recorded between 8.30 am and 8.30 pm. Both the HAL airport observatory and the Bengaluru Urban automatic weather station logged 2 mm during the same period.
India Today
2 hours ago
- India Today
Cloudburst triggers monster landslide in Uttarkashi, tourists capture scary video
A cloudburst struck Tharali village in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district on Tuesday, triggering a massive landslide and causing a local drain to overflow with terrifying force. Visuals recorded by tourists show a fierce stream of water cascading down from the hills towards lower areas, leaving behind a trail of Disaster Management authorities have confirmed the incident but said there are no confirmed reports of casualties or property damage as of now. The affected area lies close to the winter seat of Ganga Ji at Mukhba and the revered Gangotri footage showed the sudden surge of water tearing through the hillside at an alarming speed, sweeping away debris and vegetation. Officials are monitoring the situation, and rescue teams are on standby. The recent cloudburst in Uttarkashi came amid widespread monsoon mayhem across the Himalayan states. In Uttarakhand's capital Dehradun, continuous overnight rainfall forced the closure of all schools and anganwadi centres on Monday. Rivers like the Ganga in Haridwar and the Kali are flowing above danger Himachal Pradesh is also reeling from intense rainfall. On Monday alone, 310 roads — including a national highway — were closed due to rain-triggered blockages. In Mandi district, three people died when their vehicle plunged into a suburbs witnessed a major landslide in Panthaghati on Sunday night, blocking the Mehli-Shoghi bypass and damaging nearby shops. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an 'orange' alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated locations across the state for both Monday and monsoon season, Himachal Pradesh has reported at least 103 deaths so far, with 36 people still missing. Among the fatalities are 20 due to drowning, 19 from accidental falls, 17 due to cloudbursts, eight from flash floods, and six from landslides, according to official data.- Ends
